The
Blackthorn holiday cottage is a luxurious retreat for two. It is
attached to the owner’s home situated on the edge of Icklesham
village near the ancient towns of Winchelsea and Rye with a
distant view of the sea, and surrounded by beautiful AONB
countryside. It has a private, south facing verandah, ideal for
soaking up the ambience of this peaceful setting, and guests are
welcome to use the family’s heated, indoor swimming pool and
outdoor hot tub throughout their stay. Home-grown seasonal
vegetables, herbs and free range eggs are offered free of charge
when available. However, if self-catering is not your style then
there are two award winning pubs in the village, and a variety
of restaurants to suit most tastes in the nearby town of Rye.

The
cottage is ideally placed for visiting a number of National
Trust and English Heritage properties, as well as other historic
places of interest, enchanting country gardens and picturesque
villages. The area is popular throughout the year with walkers
and ornithologists due to several well-known nature reserves, a
number of way-marked walks and the dramatic local
coastline close by.
Blackthorn is the perfect retreat throughout the year, whatever
the weather and whatever the occasion. It is ideal for a short,
rewarding break of pampering and relaxation after a difficult
week, or equally for spending a string of memorable days in
glorious Sussex sunshine exploring the hidden gems found in this
exceptional part of the county. It can all start from here!